Hiking Guide
WTA's hiking guide is the most comprehensive database of hikes in Washington, and comprises content written by local hiking experts and user submitted information. All data is vetted by WTA staff. This resource is made possible by the donations of WTA members.
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Results List
4235 HikesHorn Rapids Park
Central Washington > Tri-Cities
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Length
- 5.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 433 feet
A collection of paved trails, dirt trails, and gravel roads provide easy access to a shrub steppe
and riparian habitat along the Yakima River.
Sammamish River Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 9.5 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 317 feet
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Highest Point
- 75 feet
The Sammamish River Trail is a 9.5-mile trail with one end at Marymoor Park in Redmond, passing through Woodinville, and the other end at Blythe Park in Bothell. At Blyth Park, it connects with the Burke-Gilman Trail and continues another 18.8 miles ending at Golden Gardens in Seattle.
Whiskey Dick Wildlife Area - Bluebird Trail
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 1.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 315 feet
Hike up a sheltered canyon along the Q-line turbines. Bluebirds, deer, elk, jack rabbits, and coyotes also seek shelter here, and in the spring the dry creek bed will be teeming with life.
Whiskey Dick Wildlife Area - Ridgeline Solar Trail
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 2.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 320 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,873 feet
High, exposed ridgelines on this trail make this steep climb a difficult one, but it offers hikers commanding views of the wind facility as well as the Columbia Basin.
Whiskey Dick Wildlife Area - Bitterroot Trail
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 185 feet
If you want to take a quick hike near the Renewable Energy Center of the Wild Horse Wind and Solar Facility, then this is your trail. The trail descends through rigid sage, balsamroot, buckwheat, and bitterroot which thrive in the thin rocky soil on the hillside.
Whiskey Dick Wildlife Area - Backcountry Trail
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 0.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 80 feet
This is a fairly flat route with views of Mount Rainier and a diverse mixture of flowers in the spring. Look for hillsides tinted pink in May as Big Headed Clover and Hedgehog Cacti bloom on the slopes.
Willapa National Wildlife Refuge - Leadbetter Point
Southwest Washington > Long Beach Area
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Length
- 10.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 35 feet
Enjoy a flat, sandy stroll to the mouth of Willapa Bay on the Long Beach Peninsula.
Memaloose Hills
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 2.9 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 570 feet
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Highest Point
- 910 feet
This informal trail off the historic Columbia River Highway is popular in spring for the flowers. But be prepared for your visit — the route winds between parcels of private land, has very limited parking, and is extremely popular on weekends. Do your research and be prepared with a backup location.
Big Four Ice Caves Snowshoe
North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway
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Length
- 7.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 250 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,800 feet
Never go into or climb on top of the Ice Caves.
While this is a popular location to snowshoe in wintertime, there is high risk in winter from avalanches off the mountain that feeds these caves. Keep to the main trail, and do not venture onto the snowfields at the end of the route.
Angel's Rest
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 4.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,600 feet
Hike a short, moderately steep trail to Angel's Rest, an exposed bluff with stunning views into the Columbia River Gorge. You'll be able to see the river glittering below your feet at the overlook, which seems close enough for a quick dip, but be careful, it's a long fall from the balcony.
Oneonta Trail to Triple Falls
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 4.02 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 700 feet
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Highest Point
- 708 feet
Lined with waterfalls, stunning basalt cliffs and plenty of spots to turn around, the Oneonta Trail is a wonderful destination for a day hike, and even includes campsites for backpacking. However, the trail was part of the Eagle Creek Fire, so the upper section of the trail is in a former burn; unideal to hike in windy conditions.
Mitchell Point
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 2.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,200 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,533 feet
This is a rugged trail that climbs steeply yet briefly to fabulous views of the Columbia River Gorge.
Big Tree Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 200 feet
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Highest Point
- 400 feet
This sweet little trail on the Kitsap Peninsula makes a wonderful winter hike when the high country is snowed in.
Dishman Hills Conservation Area - Rocks of Sharon
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 3.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 800 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,400 feet
This short hike offers something to please the geology buff and the shutterbug alike.
Lyons Ferry State Park - Marmes Pond
Eastern Washington > Palouse and Blue Mountains
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 750 feet
A former archaeological site, Marmes Pond is now a destination for fishermen and hikers looking for a short exploration of the Channeled Scablands.
Wenatchee Confluence State Park - Horan Natural Area
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 640 feet
Horan offers two miles of graveled trails and 15 viewing stations where visitors can watch local wildlife and learn about the flora and fauna that surround them.
Seminary Hill Natural Area
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 2.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 450 feet
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Highest Point
- 550 feet
Just east of Centralia, Seminary Hill offers hilltop wandering and views of Centralia, Chehalis and the Chehalis or Skookumchuck River Valley.
Castle Rock Riverfront Trail
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 4.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 317 feet
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Highest Point
- 100 feet
This ADA-accessible trail built on a dike on the edge of this small town is a lovely jaunt, clocking in at just over three miles roundtrip, along a section of the Cowlitz River. A mountain bike course, playground, and several picnic areas dot the trailside, and with various access points to the town of Castle Rock, it’s easy to duck off for a quick bite in town.
Round Mountain
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,700 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,700 feet
The hike to Round Mountain is a good one for those looking for a shorter hike than heading all the way to Alpine Lookout. The views aren't quite as good, but you'll still enjoy a good workout and a classic central Washington ridge walk.
Beach 4
Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
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Length
- 0.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 150 feet
This trail is a short, well-maintained descent to Beach 4 in the Kalaloch area of the Olympic coast. While there are many possible entry points to this stretch of PNW beach, this well-established interpretive trail provides a great location for a variety of visits: a quick stop at the viewpoint, day-use to explore the beach and tide pools or as a launch point for a multi-day adventure.
Snider-Jackson Traverse
Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
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Length
- 12.5 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 796 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,675 feet
The road to the trailhead is closed near the junction with FS 29 (Sitkum Sol Duc Road) due to road failure. The closure is expected to be in effect through Sept 2026.
Formerly the Rugged Ridge Trail, the Snider-Jackson Trail is a primitive north to south traverse on the west side of Olympic National Park.
Columbia Hills State Park - Crawford Oaks
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
This trail in Columbia Hills is one of three excellent destinations in this location. Do an out-and-back, or a loop hike! Visit in winter for great views of the Columbia River and Mount Hood, or in spring for a stunning wildflower show.
Concord Tower
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Highest Point
- 7,560 feet
The route to Concord Tower is a Class 5+ and involved exposed climbing. Gear and experience are recommended.
Highlands Loop - Newcastle
Issaquah Alps
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Length
- 2.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 285 feet
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Highest Point
- 583 feet
The Highlands Trail forms a loop around the Highlands neighborhood in the city of Newcastle.
Waterline Trail
Issaquah Alps
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Length
- 0.8 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 153 feet
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Highest Point
- 463 feet
The Waterline Trail is part of the extensive trail network in the city of Newcastle. It connects to the May Valley Trail, passes by Lake Boren Park and ends at Newcastle Way with connections on to various other trails.
Terrace Trail - Newcastle
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 0.5 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 336 feet
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Highest Point
- 908 feet
The Terrace Trail is part of the network of trails in the city of Newcastle. It connects the Highlands Loop Trail with the Crosstown Trail by starting low in a residential neighborhood and climbing via a series of switchbacks.
Marshall's Hill
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 2.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 550 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,095 feet
A connector trail between Wildside and De Leo Wall trails on Cougar Mountain.
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park Backcountry
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 550 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,200 feet
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park presents a unique look at Central Washington's shrub–steppe. The real experience comes from exploring its backcountry.
Tolt Pipeline Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 12.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,060 feet
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Highest Point
- 535 feet
Take an urban hike with plenty of up-and-down as you follow the Tolt pipeline easement, a 12-mile corridor with wildflowers, berries, and occasional wildlife on a multi-use trail for equestrians, dog walkers, mountain bikers, joggers, and hikers.
Fourth of July Mountain
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 2.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,540 feet
This short but steep hike offers 360-degree views of Lake Chelan and the North Cascades.